Android users are reporting a new Search widget popping up on in the latest beta version of the Google app, which adds a customizable shortcut (on top of the Lens and Speak Now shortcuts). We haven't ...

The quickest and easiest way to access Google on your Android phone is through the Google app. You’re met with a search bar, Google News headlines, and a bottom bar with a shortcut to the search bar.

Back in August, the Google app’s Search bar widget on Android was updated with Dynamic Color but at the expense of other options being removed, and a customizable shortcut is now being tested. If you ...

The latest Google app update (version 16.17) introduces a new look to the Search bar widget. The redesigned Search bar puts more emphasis on the custom shortcut button. Users have a variety of ...

We may earn a commission when you click links to retailers and purchase goods. More info. Rarely do we see updates to apps that add minor changes that turn out to be a big deal, but I think we may ...

Google is testing a new shortcut location for AI Mode in the Google App on Android. Google is placing the shortcut button directly in the search bar. This was spotted by Glenn Gabe who posted on X and ...

Google is integrating a new AI Mode shortcut directly into the Pixel Launcher's prominent home screen search bar, making it a permanent fixture for many users. AI Mode, powered by a specialized Gemini ...

Google is currently making its AI-powered features more visible on mobile with the latest AI Mode shortcut on Chrome’s new ...

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Chrome users on both iOS and Android can now activate "AI Mode" from the page that opens when you try to open a new tab, per ...

Chrome Actions allow users to type commands in their Google Chrome browser's address box and trigger a specific settings action in a single step.

One of my favorite things about Google’s Pixel phones is the persistent Google Search bar at the bottom of the home screen. It’s such a simple feature, but having that constant access to Google, and ...